CPSCAugust 30, 2007

B&F System Inc. Emergency Tool Kits recall: Fire and Shock Hazards

B&F System Inc. Recalls Emergency Tool Kits Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Why was B&F System Inc. Emergency Tool Kits recalled?

Booster cables in the recalled kits can have undersized wiring and inadequate connections, posing a fire and shock hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the booster cables in the recalled kits immediately and contact the firm to receive a refund for the cost of the cables. Contact: For additional information, contact B&F System toll-free at (877) 586-2926 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bnfusa.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Emergency Tool Kits
Company
B&F System Inc., of Dallas, Texas
Quantity
About 43,000
Sold at
Flea markets and various Internet sites nationwide from June 2003 through May 2007 for between $5 and $45.
Recall date
August 30, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled emergency tool kits have booster cables in combination with other tools and safety equipment. The recall includes the following models: #MTHEK41 - Yorkcraft™ 41-piece SAE & Metric kit #MTHEKSM - Yorkcraft™ 6-piece kit #MTHEKREF - Yorkcraft™ 15-piece kit #MTHEK15 - Yorkcraft™ 15-piece kit #MTEKIT2 - Yorkcraft™ Emergency Tool Kit

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